Heavenly Sparks in the Summer Night – The Perseids 2026 in Gilching
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Perseid Night in Gilching: When the Sky Becomes a Stage
On the night of August 12 to 13, 2026, the vhs Gilching, Weßling & Wörthsee e.V. invites you to a special hybrid event centered around the Perseids. From 10:00 PM to 1:00 AM, astronomical observation, scientific context, and summery meteorite mood come together. The course takes place on-site at Landsberger Str. 17a in Gilching and costs 24 euros. ([programm.vhs-gilching.org](https://programm.vhs-gilching.org/programm/standard-titel/kurs/Himmlische%2BLeuchtfunken%2Bin%2Bder%2BSommernacht%2BDie%2BPerseiden%2B2026%2Bhybrid/26-1-H%2B028?utm_source=openai))
When Meteors, Myths, and Modern Observation Come Together
The event combines the experience of a true evening under the sky with solid knowledge transfer: meteors, gas and dust nebulae, extinct stars, and even the distant Uranus are in focus. With an All-Sky camera, telescope, and online stream, an event experience is created that closely intertwines science and fascination. The hybrid format makes the course attractive for both on-site guests and digital participants. ([programm.vhs-gilching.org](https://programm.vhs-gilching.org/programm/standard-titel/kurs/Himmlische%2BLeuchtfunken%2Bin%2Bder%2BSommernacht%2BDie%2BPerseiden%2B2026%2Bhybrid/26-1-H%2B028?utm_source=openai))
Location with Character: vhs and Observatory in Gilching
The venue is the vhs Gilching, Weßling & Wörthsee at Landsberger Str. 17a, 82205 Gilching. The building is fully accessible, but access to the observatory's platform is excluded. Thus, the offering is aimed at a broad audience that wants to experience culture, education, and astronomy in a well-organized environment. ([programm.vhs-gilching.org](https://programm.vhs-gilching.org/?utm_source=openai))
Atmosphere between Summer Night and Starry Sky
Those who join here will not experience an ordinary evening event, but a calm, focused atmosphere under the open sky in dialogue with science. The combination of new moon, darkness, and Perseid maximization creates a special ambiance for all who wish to consciously perceive the night events over Bavaria. ([programm.vhs-gilching.org](https://programm.vhs-gilching.org/programm/standard-titel/kurs/Himmlische%2BLeuchtfunken%2Bin%2Bder%2BSommernacht%2BDie%2BPerseiden%2B2026%2Bhybrid/26-1-H%2B028?utm_source=openai))
Conclusion
The Perseids 2026 in Gilching promise an evening full of celestial moments, expertise, and quiet enthusiasm. For those who want to not only see but understand shooting stars, this is a strong, summery event experience with clear structure and special charm. Experience the starry night live now. ([programm.vhs-gilching.org](https://programm.vhs-gilching.org/programm/standard-titel/kurs/Himmlische%2BLeuchtfunken%2Bin%2Bder%2BSommernacht%2BDie%2BPerseiden%2B2026%2Bhybrid/26-1-H%2B028?utm_source=openai))
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